Monitor on Psychology - October 2011 - (Page 98)
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
to foster the development of clinical
skills in students as they progress
through the program, and be highly
effective educators in and out of the
classroom. Review of applicants
will begin in October. Open until
filled. Application procedure: Applicants
should send a) curriculum
vitae, b) letter reflecting teaching
philosophy and scholarly interests,
and c) names and contact information
of three professional references
in electronic form to: Lena Stoops
at:
Office of Associate Provost, California
Lutheran University, 60
W. Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks,
CA 91360.
lstoops@callutheran.edu in the
or procedures. The Department of
Graduate Psychology is dedicated to
building a culturally diverse faculty
committed to teaching and working
in a multicultural environment.
Thus, minorities and women are
strongly encouraged to apply.
gram with an emphasis in family
Psychology. The position requires:
excellence in teaching at the graduate
level, an active program of research
with the potential for external
funding, experience mentoring
doctoral students, and participation
in faculty committees. The ideal
candidate will demonstrate expertise
in both family psychology and
child psychotherapy and should describe
how multicultural issues have
been or will be brought into courses
and research programs. A Ph.D. or
Psy.D. from an APA-accredited doctoral
program in clinical psychology
and the completion of an APAaccredited
internship are required.
The successful applicant will be license-eligible
in California and be
able to integrate their Christian faith
with the discipline of psychology in
a manner consistent with the mission
of the university. Screening of
applicants will begin on February
1, 2012, and will continue until the
position is filled. For more information,
visit www.apu.edu/provost/
employment/. Azusa Pacific University
is an evangelical Christian university
located 26 miles northeast of
Los Angeles. A leader in the Council
for Christian Colleges and Universities,
APU is committed to God
First and excellence in higher education.
Offering 53 undergraduate
majors, 37 master’s degrees, 21 credentials,
7 doctoral programs, and 5
certificates to a total student population
of more than 9,200 on campus,
online, and at seven regional centers
across Southern California, APU
has been recognized as one of U.S.
News & World Report’s Best Colleges
for six years running and by
The Princeton Review as one of the
best in the west. In compliance with
federal laws and regulations, Azusa
Pacific University does not discriminate
on the basis of race, color,
gender, age, disability, national
origin, status as a veteran, or any
other characteristic protected by
law in any of its policies, practices,
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CHILD CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY:
The Department of Graduate Psychology
at Azusa Pacific University
invites applications for a faculty
position in child clinical psychology
to begin August 15, 2012. Rank is
open. The Department of Graduate
Psychology is an APA-accredited
Psy.D.
in clinical psychology pro-
DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL TRAINING:
California Lutheran University’s
Psy.D. program in clinical psychology
invites applications for an
11 month full-time tenure-track senior
faculty member who will function
as the director of clinical training
(DCT). The director of clinic
training will have oversight of all
aspects of the graduate psychology
training programs. Qualifications:
applicants must have a doctoral degree
from an APA-accredited program,
and APA internship and be
eligible for licensure as clinical psychologists
in California. Applicants
at the senior level are welcome to
apply. We seek a dynamic individual
who can provide a leadership role
in shaping the Psy.D. training program.
Qualified applicants will develop
or have established research
programs in their areas of expertise,
will demonstrate the ability to foster
the development of clinical skills
in students as they progress through
the program and be highly effective
educators in and out of the classroom.
Knowledge and expertise in
APA-accreditation,
based assessment and psychotherapy
efficacy research required. Application
procedure: Review of applicants
will begin in October.
Position will remain open until
filled. Applicants should send a)
curriculum vitae, b) letter reflecting
teaching philosophy and scholarly
interests, and c) names and
contact information of three professional
form to: Lena Stoops at lstoops@
callutheran.edu.
TENURE-TRACK
PROFESSOR
PSYCHOLOGY: The Psychology
Department at Pomona College invites
applications from outstanding
teacher/scholars. Candidates are
sought with a commitment to teaching
and the ability to establish an active
research program that involves
undergraduates. Area of
specialty is open. Course load is two
courses per semester and will include
a course in cognitive psychology
with lab, an advanced seminar
in cognitive psychology, and introductory
psychology. Ability to address
issues of diversity in courses,
and a demonstrated commitment to
mentoring students from underrepresented
groups will be considered
favorably. Complete applications
received by October 14, 2011 will
receive full consideration. Send an
electronic dossier, including a cover
letter, statement of teaching and
research interests, teaching evaluations,
curriculum vitae, and reprints/preprints
to: psych@pomona.
edu. In addition, have three letters
of recommendation submitted
research
IN
ASSISTANT
COGNITIVE
references in electronic
performance
to:
can be addressed to: Richard Lewis
(rlewis@pomona.edu).
College is a highly selective liberal
arts college attracting a diverse, national
student body. Pomona College
is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and especially invites applications
from women and members of underrepresented
groups. For more information
about Pomona College visit:
http://www.pomona.edu.
CHOLOGY: The Department of
Psychology and Child Development
within the College of Liberal Arts
at California Polytechnic State University,
San Luis Obispo, seeks applicants
for one full-time, academic-year,
tenure-track, assistant professor
position in health psychology
beginning September 10, 2012. The
position is based in our undergraduate
psychology program, which includes
concentrations in applied
social psychology, counseling and
family
mental psychology as well as a psychology
minor. Salary is commensurate
with qualifications and experience.
Applicants must have a
Ph.D. in psychology by the time of
appointment, a strong commitment
to teaching excellence, and provide
evidence of professional activity
which keeps them abreast of knowledge
and developments within their
discipline. The position includes:
offering courses in health psychology,
psychology of stress, and biopsychology;
additional courses may
include behavioral effects of psychoactive
drugs, psychology of aging,
and human sexuality. A strong
interest in core courses such as introductory
psychology and research
methods is preferred. Ideal candidates
will possess a commitment
to broadening the scope of psychology
to include traditionally underrepresented
groups (as demonstrated
through one’s research or course
content). Open until filled. Review
begin date: November 1, 2011 (applications
received after that may
be considered). Although Cal Poly
is primarily a teaching university,
faculty are expected to balance
teaching excellence with a reasonable
research program, supervision
of students, student advising, and
participation
istration. To apply, complete a required
online faculty application
at www.calpolyjobs.org and submit
it to Requisition #102378. Attach
a cover letter and curriculum
vitae to the online application. See
online posting for instructions for
mailing required supplemental materials:
three current letters of recommendation,
samples of scholarly
work, official transcripts of highest
degree earned, evidence of strong
commitment to teaching excellence
(eg., course syllabi and teaching
evaluations). Cal Poly is strongly
committed to achieving excellence
through cultural diversity and encourages
applications of all quali-
in
program adminpsychology,
and
develop-
PSYCHOLOGY AND CHILD DEVELOPMENT—HEALTH
PSY-
Inquiries
Pomona
psych@pomona.edu.
fied individuals. An Equal Opportunity
Employer.
FACULTY POSITION IN MARRIAGE,
FAMILY, AND CHILD
COUNSELING AT FRESNO PACIFIC
BIBLICAL
SEMINARY:
Teaching and mentoring are prioritized,
but research is encouraged.
MFCC faculty function as part of an
interdisciplinary team with faculty
in Bible, theology, and missions. An
entrepreneurial spirit with interest
in developing new ministry horizons
is highly desired. Full job announcement
and application are available at
www.fresno.edu/hr.
PSYCHOLOGY AND CHILD DEVELOPMENT—COUNSELING
AND PSYCHOTHERAPY: The Department
of Psychology and Child
Development within the College
of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic
State University, San Luis
Obispo seek applicants for one fulltime,
academic year, tenure-track,
assistant professor position in counseling
and psychotherapy with a
specialization in child and family
therapy. The position responsibilities
include: in both our undergraduate
psychology and graduate
counseling programs and begins
September 10, 2012. Salary is commensurate
with qualifications and
experience. Applicants must have
a Ph.D. or Ed.D. or Psy.D. in clinical
psychology, counseling psychology,
or marriage and family
therapy, and be a licensed psychotherapist
in the State of California
by the time of appointment or
within the first year of appointment.
Applicants must also have a strong
commitment
lence and provide evidence of professional
activity which keeps them
abreast of knowledge and developments
within their discipline. Part
of the position involves the teaching
and clinical supervisory load
of the department’s master’s program
in marriage and family therapy.
In addition, contributions to
the department’s teaching of clinically
oriented undergraduate courses
(such as the helping relationship;
child abuse and neglect; and behavioral
disorders of childhood) are expected.
Ideal candidates will possess
a commitment to multicultural
competency and diversity as demonstrated
through one’s research,
teaching, clinical work, and supervision.
Position is open until filled;
review of applications will begin
November 1, 2011 (applications
received after that may be considered).
Although Cal Poly is primarily
a teaching university, faculty
are expected to balance teaching excellence
with a reasonable research
program and clinical practice, supervision
of students, student advising,
and participation in program
administration. To apply, complete a
required online faculty application
at www.calpolyjobs.org and submit
it to Requisition #102355. Attach a
cover letter and curriculum vitae to
the online application. See online
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Monitor on Psychology - October 2011
Monitor on Psychology - October 2011
President’s Column
Subtle and stunning slights
Contents
From the CEO
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Zimbardo re-examines his landmark study
Ready, set, mentor
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Suicide risk is high among war veterans in college, study finds
Psychotherapy is effective and here’s why
From toilet to tap: getting people to drink recycled water
What’s ahead for psychology practice?
A push for more accountability is changing the accreditation process
Peer, parental support prove key to fighting childhood obesity
Popular media’s message to girls
Bullying may contribute to lower test scores
A consequence of cuckoldry: More (and better) sex?
Manatees’ exquisite sense of touch may lead them into dangerous waters
Building a better tomato
How will China’s only children care for their aging parents?
‘Spice’ and ‘K2’: New drugs of abuse now on the market
Many suspects don’t understand their right to remain silent
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Boosting minority achievement
Where’s the progress?
And social justice for all
Helping new Americans find their way
Segregation’s ongoing legacy
A new way to combat prejudice
Retraining the biased brain
Suppressing the ‘white bears’
How to eat better — mindlessly
Protect your aging brain
Must babies always breed marital discontent?
Outing addiction
Flourish 2051
The danger of stimulants
Keys to making integrated care work
Is technology ruining our kids?
Facebook: Friend or foe?
The promise of Web 3.0
NIMH invests in IT enhanced interventions
Science Directions
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The psychology of spending cuts
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